Lead Data Scientist

Job Description

Our Media Measurement team uses state-of-the-art technologies and rigorous methods to track who is watching what, where, and how they engage with content. Our clients can evaluate who is consuming which content across different media, platforms and devices, and know what the audience thinks about that content. As people consume media content on more channels, and through more devices, than ever before, we are proud to provide a full view on media consumption.

As Data Scientist you will have following main accountabilities: 

• You own together with your team several of our Data Science solutions throughout the full life cycle (brainstorming, design, implementation, productization and maintenance) 
• You develop solutions based on data science, stats and machine learning models 
• You improve methods and tools. Contribute to our communities of practice in the area of Data Science 
• Communicate with non-data scientists in Tech, Operations, Commercial, Product. Understand the domain and the requirements. Explain Data Science principles, concepts, algorithms, and approaches in simple words to different types of audiences 
• Make data your best friends. Understand their strengths and use them. Be aware of their weaknesses and handle those in your solutions 
• Screen the market for potential new Data Science approaches 
• Foster knowledge exchange within the company. Present GfK's Data Science expertise at conferences and workshops 

Qualifications

Now you know what a Data Scientist does. What skills, qualifications & experience do you need for this job? 

• You typically have a Master's degree or PhD that reflects modeling and statistics skills and 6+ years of experience. 
• You enjoy communicating complex methodology and technology to tech and non tech audiences 
• You have expert statistical / machine learning modeling skills (e.g. statistical tests, classification, predictive modelling, handling of missing data, sampling, weighting) 
• You have experience with an analytical programming language (Python) and the respective ecosystem 

Besides the things we really expect you to have, there are some things which would be amazing if you have experience with them: 

• Knowledge of cloud computing environments and tooling (especially AWS) 
• Advanced software development skills (unit testing, CI/CD, Git) 
• Basic skills regarding database handling as SQL 
• Basic knowledge of the always evolving Data Science ecosystem and its frameworks 

Additional Information

• Enjoy a flexible and rewarding work environment with peer-to-peer recognition platforms. 
• Recharge and revitalize with help of wellness plans made for you and your family. 
• Plan your future with financial wellness tools. 
• Stay relevant and upskill yourself with career development opportunities. 

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Hiring for Data Scientist / Senior Data Scientist

Exp : 4 - 12 yrs

Edu : BE/B.tech/MCA

Work Location : Pune

Notice Period : Immediate - 15 days

Skills :

4+ years of experience in data engineering, data science, or related domains.

Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, and distributed data systems.

Knowledge of machine learning techniques and statistical analysis.

Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure Data Factory, AWS Glue, GCP BigQuery).

Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD for data pipelines.

Platforms & Operations Experience (Preferred)

- Experience working with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud data tools.

Operational experience with data orchestration tools (Airflow, ADF, Glue).

Understanding of Kubernetes, Docker, or containerized environments.

Hands-on experience with data warehousing platforms (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery).

Experience in monitoring, logging, and alerting operations for data workflows.

Description

We’re seeking a highly skilled, execution-focused Senior Data Scientist with a minimum of 5 years of experience. This role demands hands-on expertise in building, deploying, and optimizing machine learning models at scale, while working with big data technologies and modern cloud platforms. You will be responsible for driving data-driven solutions from experimentation to production, leveraging advanced tools and frameworks across Python, SQL, Spark, and AWS. The role requires strong technical depth, problem-solving ability, and ownership in delivering business impact through data science.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy scalable machine learning models into production systems.
• Develop advanced analytics and predictive models using Python, SQL, and popular ML/DL frameworks (Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Leverage Databricks, Apache Spark, and Hadoop for large-scale data processing and model training.
• Implement workflows and pipelines using Airflow and AWS EMR for automation and orchestration.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate models into cloud-based applications on AWS.
• Optimize query performance, storage usage, and data pipelines for efficiency.
• Conduct end-to-end experiments, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, validation, and deployment.
• Drive initiatives independently with high ownership and accountability.
• Stay up to date with industry best practices in machine learning, big data, and cloud-native deployments.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Data Science or Applied Machine Learning.
• Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and ML libraries (Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proven expertise in deploying ML models into production systems.
• Experience with big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark) and distributed data processing.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Airflow, and AWS EMR.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services (S3, Lambda, SageMaker, EC2, etc.).
• Solid understanding of query optimization, storage systems, and data pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to design scalable solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work in cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Best-in-class salary: We hire strong talent and compensate accordingly.
• Proximity Talks: Meet and learn from designers, engineers, product leaders, and AI practitioners.
• Continuous learning: Work with a world-class team and stay close to the latest in AI, engineering, and product development.
• High-impact work: Build AI-first systems and products used at scale by global clients.

About Us

Proximity is the trusted technology, design, and consulting partner for some of the biggest Sports, Media, and Entertainment companies in the world. We’re headquartered in San Francisco and have offices in Palo Alto, Dubai, Mumbai, and Bangalore.

Since 2019, Proximity has built high-impact, scalable products used by millions of users every day. Today, we are a global team of engineers, designers, product managers, and experts solving complex problems and building cutting-edge technology at scale.

Job Description – Data Scientist (Machine Learning & Forecasting)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Scientist with strong expertise in Machine Learning, Traditional Statistical Modelling, Forecasting, and Predictive Analytics. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building and deploying end-to-end ML solutions, working with large datasets, and translating business problems into scalable data science solutions.

The role requires a strong foundation in statistics, predictive modelling, feature engineering, model evaluation, and time-series forecasting, along with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy Machine Learning models for business-critical use cases.
• Build and optimize traditional ML models such as:
• Linear Regression
• Logistic Regression
• Decision Trees
• Random Forest
• Gradient Boosting (XGBoost, LightGBM, CatBoost)
• Support Vector Machines
• Clustering Algorithms
• Develop forecasting solutions using:
• ARIMA / SARIMA
• Prophet
• Exponential Smoothing
• Time-Series Regression Models
• Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, and data validation.
• Evaluate model performance using appropriate statistical and business metrics.
• Work with structured and semi-structured datasets from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into analytical solutions.
• Build scalable data pipelines and support model deployment in production environments.
• Monitor model performance, identify data drift, and implement model retraining strategies.
• Present insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Forecasting.

Technical Skills

   Machine Learning

• Strong understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms.
• Experience with ensemble methods and advanced ML techniques.
• Expertise in model selection, hyperparameter tuning, and performance optimization.

Forecasting & Statistics

• Strong understanding of:
• Time-Series Analysis
• Forecasting Techniques
• Statistical Inference
• Hypothesis Testing
• Probability Distributions
• A/B Testing

Programming

• Advanced proficiency in Python.
• Experience with:
• Pandas
• NumPy
• Scikit-learn
• Statsmodels
• XGBoost / LightGBM
• Prophet

Data & SQL

• Strong SQL skills with experience in complex queries and performance optimization.
• Experience working with large-scale datasets.

Visualization

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn, or Plotly.
• Cloud & MLOps (Preferred)
• Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and ML model deployment practices.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and data-driven decision-making mindset. 

Sr.Data Scientist,Python, AI ML

We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist to analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and generate actionable insights that support business decisions. The ideal candidate should have strong statistical, analytical, and programming skills, along with hands-on experience in machine learning.

Strong Lead Data Science, / AI Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer profiles.

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Mandatory (Experience 1) - Must have 10+ years of experience in Data Science, AI/ML or AI Engineering with hands-on experience building production-grade ML systems.

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Mandatory (Experience 2) - Must have hands-on experience building AI/ML solutions for Credit Risk, Fraud Risk Management (FRM), Collections & Recovery, with proven delivery of business-impacting AI/ML solutions.

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Mandatory (Experience 3) - Candidate's Current designation must be Lead or above.

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Mandatory (Experience 4) - Must have strong experience designing and deploying large-scale distributed Machine Learning systems, including model training, fine-tuning, inference, scalable serving, and production deployment.

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Mandatory (Experience 5) - Strong programming experience in Python, along with exposure to Spark, Kafka, Kubernetes, APIs/Microservices, CI/CD, Feature Store, Model Registry, and Distributed Computing.

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Mandatory (Experience 6) - Experience designing and deploying Credit Risk Models, Fraud Detection Models, Graph ML, Early Warning Systems, Portfolio Monitoring, Collections Optimization, Propensity Models, and Recovery Forecasting.

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Mandatory (Experience 7) - Proven experience leading AI/ML teams, owning end-to-end delivery, mentoring engineers, driving cross-functional execution, and managing production AI platforms.

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Mandatory (Experience 8) – Must have experience working under BFSI governance, including PII handling, auditability, model governance, compliance, secure-by-design architecture, approval workflows, and model risk management practices.

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Mandatory ( Education ) - B.TECH / M.TECH from Tier 1 Colleges (IIT's, NIT's, BITS) are Considered

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Mandatory (Age) - Candidate's Age should be below 37 years.

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Mandatory (CTC) – The CTC breakup offered will be 75% fixed + 25% variable, as per company policy.

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Preferred (Experience 1) - Candidates currently working as Lead / Principal / Engineering Manager / Associate Director / Director in reputed Product, FinTech, Banking, NBFC, or Global Capability Centers will be preferred.

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Preferred (Experience 2) - Indian professionals currently working overseas (NRI) who are planning to relocate and permanently settle in India are encouraged to apply.

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Preferred (Experience 4) - Experience building enterprise AI platforms using Graph ML, Vector Databases, LLM-enabled decisioning, distributed training frameworks, and large-scale AI infrastructure.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist with strong expertise in demand forecasting, predictive analytics, and emerging Generative AI technologies. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and LLM-based solutions, along with proficiency in Python, SQL, Power BI, and advanced Excel. This role involves building scalable forecasting models and leveraging AI/GenAI to deliver actionable business insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deploy demand forecasting models using machine learning and deep learning techniques.
• Analyze historical data to identify trends, seasonality, and demand patterns.
• Build predictive models to improve supply chain and inventory planning.
• Work with large datasets using Python and SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
• Design dashboards and reports using Power BI for business stakeholders.
• Utilize advanced Excel techniques (Pivot Tables, Power Query, formulas) for analysis and reporting.
• Build and integrate NLP-based solutions for text data analysis and insights.
• Develop and implement LLM-based applications using Generative AI frameworks.
• Design and deploy RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipelines for intelligent data retrieval and response generation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, finance, product) to align forecasting and AI solutions.
• Continuously improve model accuracy and performance through experimentation and optimization.

Required Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).
• Solid understanding of machine learning & deep learning algorithms.
• Experience in demand forecasting / time-series analysis (ARIMA, Prophet, LSTM, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with NLP techniques and libraries (NLTK, SpaCy, Transformers).
• Experience working with LLMs and Generative AI frameworks (OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain, etc.).
• Strong understanding of RAG architectures and vector databases (FAISS, Pinecone, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of SQL for data manipulation.
• Hands-on experience with Power BI for visualization and reporting.
• Expertise in advanced Excel (Power Query, dashboards, data modeling).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in supply chain, logistics, or e-commerce forecasting.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Understanding of business metrics and KPIs related to demand planning.

Strong Lead Data Science, / AI Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer profiles.

2

Mandatory (Experience 1) - Must have 10+ years of experience in Data Science, AI/ML or AI Engineering with hands-on experience building production-grade ML systems.

3

Mandatory (Experience 2) - Must have hands-on experience building AI/ML solutions for Credit Risk, Fraud Risk Management (FRM), Collections & Recovery, with proven delivery of business-impacting AI/ML solutions.

4

Mandatory (Experience 3) - Candidate's Current designation must be Lead or above.

5

Mandatory (Experience 4) - Must have strong experience designing and deploying large-scale distributed Machine Learning systems, including model training, fine-tuning, inference, scalable serving, and production deployment.

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Mandatory (Experience 5) - Strong programming experience in Python, along with exposure to Spark, Kafka, Kubernetes, APIs/Microservices, CI/CD, Feature Store, Model Registry, and Distributed Computing.

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Mandatory (Experience 6) - Experience designing and deploying Credit Risk Models, Fraud Detection Models, Graph ML, Early Warning Systems, Portfolio Monitoring, Collections Optimization, Propensity Models, and Recovery Forecasting.

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Mandatory (Experience 7) - Proven experience leading AI/ML teams, owning end-to-end delivery, mentoring engineers, driving cross-functional execution, and managing production AI platforms.

9

Mandatory (Experience 8) – Must have experience working under BFSI governance, including PII handling, auditability, model governance, compliance, secure-by-design architecture, approval workflows, and model risk management practices.

10

Mandatory ( Education ) - B.TECH / M.TECH from Tier 1 Colleges (IIT's, NIT's, BITS) are Considered

11

Mandatory (Age) - Candidate's Age should be below 37 years.

12

Mandatory (CTC) – The CTC breakup offered will be 75% fixed + 25% variable, as per company policy.

13

Preferred (Experience 1) - Candidates currently working as Lead / Principal / Engineering Manager / Associate Director / Director in reputed Product, FinTech, Banking, NBFC, or Global Capability Centers will be preferred.

14

Preferred (Experience 2) - Indian professionals currently working overseas (NRI) who are planning to relocate and permanently settle in India are encouraged to apply.

15

Preferred (Experience 4) - Experience building enterprise AI platforms using Graph ML, Vector Databases, LLM-enabled decisioning, distributed training frameworks, and large-scale AI infrastructure.

AuxoAI is hiring a Senior Data Scientist with strong expertise in AI, machine learning engineering (MLE), and generative AI. You will play a leading role in designing, deploying, and scaling production-grade ML systems — including large language model (LLM)-based pipelines, AI copilots, and agentic workflows. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on balancing cutting-edge research with production rigor and loves mentoring while building impact-first AI applications. 

Location - Mumbai/Bangalore/Hyderabad/Gurgaon (Hybrid - 3 Days a week in Office)​​

Responsibilities: 

• Own the full ML lifecycle: model design, training, evaluation, deployment 
• Design production-ready ML pipelines with CI/CD, testing, monitoring, and drift detection 
• Fine-tune LLMs and implement retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines 
• Build agentic workflows for reasoning, planning, and decision-making 
• Develop both real-time and batch inference systems using Docker, Kubernetes, and Spark 
• Leverage state-of-the-art architectures: transformers, diffusion models, RLHF, and multimodal pipelines 
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to integrate AI models into business applications 
• Mentor junior team members and promote MLOps, scalable architecture, and responsible AI best practices 

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in designing, deploying, and scaling ML/DL systems in production 
• Proficient in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX 
• Experience with LLM fine-tuning, LoRA/QLoRA, vector search (Weaviate/PGVector), and RAG pipelines 
• Familiarity with agent-based development (e.g., ReAct agents, function-calling, orchestration) 
• Solid understanding of MLOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Spark, model registries, and deployment workflows 
• Strong software engineering background with experience in testing, version control, and APIs 
• Proven ability to balance innovation with scalable deployment 
• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field 
• Bonus: Open-source contributions, GenAI research, or applied systems at scale 

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Scientist with strong expertise in Machine Learning, MLOps, and Generative AI. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in building scalable ML models, deploying them in production, and working with modern AI frameworks, including GenAI technologies.

Key Responsibilities

·      Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models for real-world business problems

·      Work on end-to-end ML lifecycle: data preprocessing, model building, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring

·      Implement and manage MLOps pipelines for scalable and reproducible workflows

·      Utilize tools like MLflow for experiment tracking, model versioning, and lifecycle management

·      Develop and integrate Generative AI (GenAI) solutions such as LLM-based applications

·      Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, business) to translate requirements into AI solutions

·      Optimize model performance and ensure production stability

·      Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI/ML and GenAI ecosystems

Required Skills & Qualifications

·      4+ years of experience in Data Science / Machine Learning

·      Strong programming skills in Python

·      Hands-on experience with ML modeling techniques (supervised, unsupervised, NLP, etc.)

·      Solid understanding of MLOps practices and tools

·      Experience with MLflow or similar model lifecycle tools 

·      Practical experience in Generative AI (GenAI), including working with LLMs

·      Experience with libraries/frameworks like Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch

·      Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and statistics

·      Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) is a plus

Good to Have

·      Experience with LLM fine-tuning, prompt engineering, or RAG pipelines

·      Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines

·      Knowledge of data engineering workflows